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Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Fahmi Reza denied entry into Sabah
Fahmi Reza holding up the notice of refusal of entry that he was given at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport. (Fahmi Reza pic) PETALING JAYA : Graphic artist and activist Fahmi Reza was barred from entering Sabah today. Fahmi, known for his satirical artworks and vocal criticism of political figures, shared his notice of refusal of entry in an Instagram post. The notice, dated today, was issued by the Sabah immigration department at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Addressed to him by name, it cited Section 65(1)(a) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 as the legal basis for the refusal. 'This serves to notify you that you are refused entry into the state of Sabah,' it read. Fahmi said he was immediately flown back to Kuala Lumpur after that. Earlier this year, Fahmi was arrested by Sabah police to assist in an investigation into one of his satirical works. He was investigated under the Sedition Act for allegedly insulting the royal institution.
Washington Post
6 days ago
- General
- Washington Post
Columbia protester Mahmoud Khalil's detention ruled likely unconstitutional
A federal judge ruled Wednesday that Mahmoud Khalil, a student activist whom the government is seeking to deport, was likely to prevail in his argument that his detention was unconstitutional. But he declined to issue a preliminary injunction in the case, so Khalil will remain in detention — unlike several other high-profile cases of international students targeted for deportation by the Trump administration because of their pro-Palestinian activities.
News24
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Miss SA's Nompumelelo Maduna's bold and sexy style
Nompumelelo Maduna has proven herself more than just the Miss South Africa runner up. South Africa's first princess is regarded as a civil society activist passionate about women empowerment, youth upliftment and the environment, having previously won titles like Miss Earth 2021. The pageant princess is also a corporate babe and an avid runner, showing off all sides to her. Having just hit the milestone of turning 30, Nompumelelo's expressive personality is clearly seen through her personal style, one she describes as slightly conservative with a little bit of sexy flair. 'And bold is something that I always go for,' she tells TRUELOVE. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nompumelelo Sweli Maduna (@missmaduna) Whether it's expertly curated pageant photoshoots or a wholesome appearance, Nompumelelo experiments with daring sheer fabrics, tailored pieces and bold tones in her personal style. She dives into her fashion evolution and what influences her style. How would you describe your personal style? 'I think style has evolved and I think it's really what we make of it at the time. 'So, for me, I reference a lot of Devil Wears Prada. Ugh, I love Meryl Streep in that [movie]. If I can accentuate something simple with a bit of drama, then I do it. And it's also coupled by the presence of my humanity. The way I want to be perceived, the way I want to feel confident when I walk into a room. Especially in a corporate environment, I want to be that boss babe. The girl who's got it, focused, knows what's the next question, let's rock.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nompumelelo Sweli Maduna (@missmaduna) What colours do you love against your skin tone? 'I wore the colour just a few weeks ago when we were shooting and it's skin tone. I feel that it's a bit daring and different. Kim Kardashian made me comfortable with it. But, I don't know, I haven't really felt comfortable enough but there's something about neutrals lately that I've really loved. I'm actually thinking of doing my 30th celebration as a bohemian neutral colour party.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss South Africa (@official_misssa) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nompumelelo Sweli Maduna (@missmaduna) Who are some locals designers you love working with? 'So, I've worked with Rich Mnisi on one of the biggest platforms I've ever had in my life. Walking Richi Mnisi at a L'Oreal Paris fashion show in Cape Town. Yoh, I didn't think such things were real, so I'm really honoured that I got that exposure. And ja, I wouldn't be able to ask for any better. And I think Rich Mnisi is an evolving designer and has really gone outside of the borders of this country and represented not only himself but our talent. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nompumelelo Sweli Maduna (@missmaduna) 'And I think another person is MaXhosa. It's so great to see us tap into our culture and be creative with our own rooted natural culture, and that's so beautiful to see. I mean, I can't afford anything, I'll buy a pair of socks now and again!' When it comes to some of the official photoshoots that you do with Miss SA, are you involved in the styling at all? 'I miss Werner, I must say. Werner - very, very, very, Papa Bear. We call him Papa Bear, Werner Wessels (former Miss SA creative designer). And Werner would style and make you look like a bombshell. But I also really, really can't live out my mom. Yoh, my mom is really great at styling. And as well, the Miss South Africa Organisation, they've got a collective of beautiful garments and accessories. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nompumelelo Sweli Maduna (@missmaduna) 'What I've really loved about being here at the organisation is the freedom to operate and to really, really be yourself and if you want to have a bit of fun with something, you just execute and you ask and you just do it and that support has just been absolutely incredible. As well as my manager, I mean Stephanie [Brookes] sometimes styles me at these shoots and it's incredible to see a talent in someone, as well, come alive in a different space, so it's really been cool.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss South Africa (@official_misssa) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss South Africa (@official_misssa) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss South Africa (@official_misssa)
South China Morning Post
7 days ago
- General
- South China Morning Post
Tse Chi-kin, brother of slain Hong Kong guide in Manila hostage crisis, dies at 49
Tse Chi-kin, a prominent campaigner and brother of a tour guide who was killed in a hostage crisis in Manila along with seven other Hongkongers more than a decade ago, has died after spending two years in a coma following a skiing accident. The 49-year-old led a delegation of survivors and family members after the gun attack in August 2010 to negotiate with the governments of Hong Kong and the Philippines for compensation, an official apology from Manila authorities and accountability over the handling of the crisis. Tse died on Monday last week, while his funeral is set to take place next month, according to a notice posted on his Facebook page on Wednesday. A close friend of Tse said that the activist suffered a concussion during a skiing trip to Japan in January 2023 and had been in a coma since then. 'He was sent back to Hong Kong on a medical charter flight and had stayed in a coma at Princess Margaret Hospital since then,' the friend said. A gunman shot dead eight Hongkongers after hijacking a tour bus in Manila in August 2010. Photo: EPA Tse came under the public eye after his brother, Masa Tse Ting-chunn, was killed by Rolando Mendoza, a disgruntled former police officer armed with an M-16 assault rifle. Mendoza, then 55, stopped a bus carrying a group of Hong Kong tourists across a wide road in the Philippine capital's largest park. Masa Tse, the guide of the group, was killed alongside seven other Hongkongers during a 12-hour siege on the bus. Two members of the tour group were critically injured during the assault.
Washington Post
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
Militants kill 2 soldiers in attack on Russian air base in Syria
IDLIB, Syria — Militants attacked a Russian air base in Syria , killing two soldiers, a Syrian government official and a local activist said Wednesday. They said that the two militants who launched the attack Tuesday on the Hmeimim air base on Syria's coast were also killed. Both spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation.
